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Avidin–Biotin Technology

Preparation of Biotinylated Probes

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Immunochemical Protocols

Part of the book series: Methods in Molecular Biology ((MIMB,volume 10))

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During the past decade, the avidin-biotin complex has become a useful and versatile tool for application in a variety of biological disciplines (1–3). One of the major applications is in immunology and related areas (4).

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Bayer, E.A., Wilchek, M. (1992). Avidin–Biotin Technology. In: Manson, M.M. (eds) Immunochemical Protocols. Methods in Molecular Biology, vol 10. Humana Press, Totowa, NJ. https://doi.org/10.1385/0-89603-204-3:137

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  • Publisher Name: Humana Press, Totowa, NJ

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